CJUS 1110 - Introduction to Criminal Justice

Institution:

Central New Mexico Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course provides an overall exploration of the historical development and structure of the United States criminal justice system, with emphasis on how the varied components of the justice system intertwine to protect and preserve individual rights. The course covers critical analysis of criminal justice processes and the ethical, legal, and political factors affecting the exercise of discretion by criminal justice professionals.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Reading and Writing Skills 2 AND Math Skills 2 Alg

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Previously CJ 1001. Read more.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 05/25/2022 

Institution Website:

www.cnm.edu

Phone Number:

(505) 224-3000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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